Enrico C.

About ENRICO

I am a native Italian speaker with a several years of experience in teaching Italian and English. I am a very easy-going, open-minded, professional person. I like to teach because it gives me the opportunity to meet new students, share my knowledge as well as my culture and experience.

I started tutoring back when I was attending the university in Verona, Italy. I was tutoring English, Math and some other subjects. Later on, I continued teaching English while I was working in other fields. In 2009 I moved to Los Angeles. For a couple of years, I taught ESL in a college, and in the meantime

I tutored Italian to private students. Since 2009 I have been tutoring students both on the English and Italian subjects.

I really believe that in teaching, a language a primary focus should be on life skills. Not being an English native-speaker, I learned how important it is to be able to express basic needs and to perform primary activities. However, it is important to consider other points like grammar, reading, writing. I also think that no matter what a teacher should always take into account the needs of the students and subsequently I plan my classes reflecting on the student's demands.

As to the different approaches and materials that I use, I suppose that it is important to change them frequently in order to keep the classes more interesting. Of course, there are some exceptions. For instance, in the past I taught for a while TOEFL and for that type of classes I used more traditionalist and academic methods and materials.

*** Specialties ***- T.E.F.L. Certificate for Teaching English as a Foreign Language

- Italian Native Speaker with a several year experience in teaching Italian

- B.A. in Foreign Languages and Literature (English and French)

One of my greatest passion is to cook. I was extremely lucky to be taught and introduced to the art of cooking by my grandmother. She was born at the beginning of the previous century and she lived in different cities so she got accustomed to different traditions and shared them with me. I love to cook for smaller groups, using traditional Italian ingredients to prepare simple, but exquisite dishes that belong to the tradition of my native country. If you want to experience some real Italian food, you are definitely in the right hands. Just sit back, relax sip a glass of Italian wine while I cook for you and I share my art.

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Reviews

Elvia G. September 23, 2016
Italian ·
Online Verified Student

Enrico is a fantastic professor of the Italian language, he's advanced in his teachings, if you like to cook Italian food Enrico shares that in common.

Elvia G. March 22, 2016
Italian ·
Online Verified Student

From the get go I knew I had found the perfect teacher,
Enrico is a motivating teacher.
He challenges you to learn what you need by reading and discussing interesting materials he sends .it isn't just not doing verbs exercises and tenses but actually participating in actual situations as if you were in Italy .
Enrico quickly helps you get over the nervousness that students experience when reading out loud and discussing the meaning of words in sentences and their uses.

Josepha Seletz January 16, 2016
Italian ·
In studio

Studying Italian with Enrico for a little over 1 year. He is a fantastic teacher; carefully prepares special learning material each week to augment textbook and encourages conversation and culture. He has special talent for teaching that makes grammar and conversation easy to understand

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Enrico C.

Los Angeles, CA 90046

(8)

starting at

$130
/ 60-min

Marcel M.

About Marcel

I work as a tutor and mentor in many of those fields for years. It was and is a side business, but I always enjoyed teaching.I am looking forward to move on with you and / or your kids.Have a great day,Marcel

Update 02/10/15: Takelessons is a great way to teach and a fantastic and easy way to learn for students. I currently have 3 students per week, with several hours. I really enjoy it, either online via Skype or Facetime or Live at the students place. Hit me up and let's move something together.

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Nichelle Kennedy December 7, 2016
Cooking ·
Online Verified Student

Great! Something fun and new to try!!!

Madeline September 20, 2016
German ·
In home

Marcel tutored my 6 year old daughter in German. He is very friendly and likable, and she enjoyed working with him right away! He even played "Filly's" with her (a German My Little Pony toy!" He is very patient and makes learning fun. He was punctual and also flexible. We had a great experience working with Marcel!

Swathy July 5, 2016
Baking ·
Online

Marcel has been great at teaching stuffs regarding baking. He explains every detail so well that anyone can get confidence of baking. No scope for making mistakes. He's the best teacher I have worked with so far..

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Marcel M.

South Pasadena, CA 91030

(14)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

Miao R.

About Miao

Hi! My name is Miao ( like "meow meow meow" ) I'm passionate about arts. I began to play piano since 9 years old, I majored in musicology in college. I also love to sing, it's one of the best way to express our feeling. I have taught children since I was in college, I love to work with children because simply I love to spend time with them. I love creative lifestyle, that's why I have tons of hobbies: baking, cooking, sewing, hand crafting, dancing ( huge interest and working on it)... I would like to make classes fun and easy to learn. So, if you are interested, please feel free to ask anythi

ng, I'm looking forward to meet you :)

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Miao R.

South Gate, CA 90280

starting at

$40
/ 60-min

Stella R.

About Stella

Hi there. My name is Stella and I would love to teach you the endless possibilities of doing crafts. I am an advanced seamstress,knitter, crocheting, embroider, needlepoint, jewelry maker as well as a cake decorator on figurines, and 3d structured cakes.The only thing you need is love and passion to create and with me you can reach the next level.

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Reviews

Katharina December 4, 2016
Crocheting ·
In studio

Stella was very patient, kind and professional. She is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to her subjects. I highly recommend her!

Olivia M. August 11, 2016
Sewing ·
In home Verified Student

Stella as my first tutor on takelessons. She is not only an incredibly accomplished crafter and artist, she is a patient and knowledgeable teacher too. She really went the extra mile and I feel much more confident using my serger now. I will definitely be booking her again!

Scott July 29, 2016
Cake Decorating ·
In studio

Stella was friendly and very helpful. My daughter loved it! She learned several new techniques.